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Solid Waste Landfill Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

In this dual-role position, you will support both traditional civil site development and solid waste/landfill engineering projects. The successful candidate will contribute across areas including ...

Solid Waste Manager

Pagosa Springs, CO · On-site

$66K - $98K/yr

Coordinates recycling efforts, solid waste collections, landfill operations, and special projects with local and regional organizations and other County departments. Participates in various ...

Solid Waste Manager

Pagosa Springs, CO · On-site

$66K - $98K/yr

Oversee monitoring of materials going into the landfill, proper slope, and coverage, monitoring ... Coordinates recycling efforts, solid waste collections, landfill operations, and special projects ...

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Landfill Engineer

Maumee, OH · On-site

$29 - $43/hr

Support solid waste management design and permitting -- work that directly shapes how communities ... Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field; landfill gas management design and permitting ...

Project Engineer - Solid Waste Company: SCS EngineersOffice Locations: West Palm Beach, Florida ... Municipal solid waste landfills Landfill expansions and new cell development Landfill gas ...

Landfill Engineer

Maumee, OH · On-site

$29 - $43/hr

Support solid waste management design and permitting - work that directly shapes how communities ... Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field; landfill gas management design and permitting ...

Project Engineer - Solid Waste Company: SCS Engineers Office Locations: West Palm Beach, Florida ... Landfill gas migration and methane monitoring * Landfill closure and post-closure systems

Project Engineer - Solid Waste Company: SCS Engineers Office Locations: West Palm Beach, Florida ... Landfill gas migration and methane monitoring * Landfill closure and post-closure systems

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for solid waste landfill engineer in the United States is $47.44, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44.47 and $50.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Solid Waste Landfill Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,680 per year, or $47.4 per hour.

Principal Solid Waste Engineer or Geologist

Chesterfield, MO • On-site, Remote

Geosyntec Consultants, Inc.
Environmental Quality Programs Administration • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago


Job description

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? 

Geosyntec has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Solid Waste Engineer or Geologist to join our geoenvironmental and geotechnical practice, based out of our Grand Rapids, MI, Detroit, MI, Indianapolis, IN, Kansas City, MO, St. Louis, MO, Milwaukee, WI, or any of our Midwest based offices, with the opportunity for remote or hybrid-work scheduling. Our solid waste and landfill services practice engages in complex projects related to landfill, transfer station, surface impoundment design and permitting, geologic and hydrogeologic investigations, solid waste planning, and other solid waste management systems for our diverse client base throughout the Midwest. As a Principal level Engineer or Geologist you will have the opportunity to lead and mentor a dedicated staff of industry professionals, contribute to challenging technical work, and engage in business development efforts to expand our market share in the solid waste industry.  

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Collaboration and mentoring are cornerstones of Geosyntec's culture. You should expect to work closely with experienced professionals who will help integrate you into Geosyntec's culture as you advance to this next stage of your career.

We operate under a sell-manage-do culture, and so we expect all employees work on challenging technical projects while leveraging your existing knowledge and experience to help Geosyntec expand its current practices and capabilities.  As a Principal Solid Waste Engineer or Geologist, you will have the opportunity to take on a mix of technical expertise, leadership, client relationship management, sales and business development, and mentoring roles.

Some of the key responsibilities for this senior level position include:

  • Engage in sales, business development, marketing, and client relationship management to expand solid waste and landfill market presence; 
  • Landfill engineering design, including liner and final cover system design, landfill gas system design, site closure and financial assurance;
  • Civil design, transfer station design, stormwater design, and site layout;
  • Engineering analyses such as slope stability, hydrologic and landfill gas modeling, seismic, and seepage;
  • Small project/task management and proposal preparation support;
  • Understanding of local, state and federal regulations related to solid waste;
  • Preparation of permit applications, design calculations, drawings, technical specifications, and permit applications; and
  • Fieldwork associated with investigation, design and construction services.
  • Drive personal, company, and rental vehicles to client or company project or office sites, and other business locations, as needed.
Education and Licensure
  • Bachelor's degree in civil or geotechnical engineering, geology or environmental science. (required)
  • Advanced degree in the same. (preferred)
  • Professional certification (P.E., P.G. or equivalent) or ability to obtain within 2 years. (required)
Skills, Experience and Qualifications
  • At least 10 years (15+ preferred) of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. (required)
  • Demonstrated interest and experience direclty related to solid waste. (required)
  • Strong oral and technical writing skills. (required)
  • Experience with modeling/design tools such as AUTOCAD, KYpipe, fate transport modeling, Slope/W, Vadose/W, Sigma/W, FLAC and ARCGIS. (preferred)
  • Regular fieldwork up to 30% and overnight travel up to 30%. (required)
  • Health & Safety training, medical monitoring, and client-driven drug and background testing may be required.
  • Valid U.S. driver's license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)

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